jjs 0 #1 Posted June 9, 2015 Good evening, I have restored a 78 C161, 16hp WH and I have 2 questions- does the tiler attachment work well and if so, where can I find a used one. I have good welding skills and dont mind a little work, thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,552 #2 Posted June 9, 2015 Tillers work great. Because of their tendency to push the tractor an 8 speed will hold it back better than a hydro. They aren't too hard to find depending where you're at. I don't have a clue where Niskayuna is at. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,552 #3 Posted June 9, 2015 New York? If I'm right you'll be able to find one. Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
doc724 924 #4 Posted June 9, 2015 Tillers are great, just like Racinbob said. One note of caution when you are looking for a used one, the tines should NOT be shaped like sharks teeth. If they are, the times are worn out. Not that they will not work, just that you cannot till quite as deep. New tines are SQUARE at the end, so when you are buying a tiller, square-ish is the kind to look for. I have seen lots of tillers for sale and some are pricy and some of those have worn out tines. Also, make sure you get everything. Rock shaft, lift cable, mid tach-a-matic idler, rear hitch (aka a snow plow hitch) and the 141.5 inch belt Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
jjs 0 #5 Posted June 16, 2015 thanks Gents, I saw a couple out there on the web, anywhere from 250-350$, how do I determine if it is compatible with my c161? thank you Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
Racinbob 10,552 #6 Posted June 16, 2015 Can you post pictures of it or get the model #? Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
muz123 1,191 #7 Posted June 17, 2015 The tiller works great, it does bounce crazy on rough ground. Makes the hole tractor shake! Overall its a fun attachment to use!Thanks, Dave Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
gwest_ca-(File Mod) 10,677 #8 Posted June 17, 2015 Here is a 1980 manual so you can familiarize yourself with how they hook up and all the pieces required. Helps recognize the correct one when it comes along.http://www.wheelhorseforum.com/files/file/343-tiller-36in-1980-1982-07-36tl01-ompdf/Parts listhttp://www.wheelhorseforum.com/files/file/2358-tiller-36in-1980-1982-07-36tl01-tiplpdf/Garry Share this post Link to post Share on other sites
